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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Left Ankle Pain

ICD-10 Coding for Left Ankle Pain

M25.572
S93.412A

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for left ankle pain includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Pain in left ankle
Left ankle discomfort
Left ankle joint pain
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Left Ankle Pain

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Left Ankle Pain

Use ICD-10 code M25.572 for pain in left ankle and joints of left foot, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot

Billable Code
M25.572
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of localized pain in the left ankle joint without trauma
documentation:
  • • Detailed description of pain characteristics and location

Applicable To

  • • Localized pain in left ankle joint

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the left ankle and includes any relevant clinical findings.

Sprain of calcaneofibular ligament of left ankle, initial encounter

Billable Code
S93.412A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Documented mechanism of injury
  • • Physical exam findings such as swelling, bruising, or positive ligament tests

Applicable To

  • • Acute sprain of left ankle ligaments

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation includes the mechanism of injury and physical exam findings.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M79.672

Pain in left foot

Use when pain extends beyond the ankle to the foot.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for left ankle pain?

The ICD-10 code for left ankle pain is M25.572, which is used for non-traumatic pain localized to the left ankle joint.

When should I use S93.412A instead of M25.572?

Use S93.412A for acute injuries with clinical evidence of a sprain, while M25.572 is for non-traumatic pain.

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